NASA strongman bows out of the 2017 General Election

- Machakos Senator Johnson Muthama has taken fresh turn in his political career

- Muthama, who has been in open verbal battles with Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, will not be vying in the August elections

- He has quit the race on political grounds

Machakos Senator Johnson Muthama has quit the Senatorial race days after Deputy governor Bernard Kiala was floored in the gubernatorial nominations.

Speaking during a press conference at his home on Monday, May 8, Muthama announced his exit from the party, citing “micro-management” within Wiper party as the key player in his decision.

Muthama was speaking at the back of a humiliating defeat by his deputy governor Bernard Kiala in the Wiper gubernatorial nominations at the hands of former Chama Cha Wazalendo Party leader Wavinya Ndeti.

"It is unfortunate the manner in which wiper has been micro-managed to the disadvantage of some party members. My decision has been influenced by the way wiper affairs are been conducted.” Muthama reiterated.

Among other allegations, the Muthama accused Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka of handing the likes of Makueni governor Kivutha Kibwana direct tickets, while leaving other aspirants to battle it out for their respective seats.

He also announced that he was ready to fully support the NASA Presidetial candidate, regardless.

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